I-10 Westbound Flyover Closure in Baton Rouge
Updated July 8, 2026: DOTD-related construction schedules can change due to weather, traffic conditions, or project needs. Drivers should check the official I-10 Baton Rouge traffic update page, the Louisiana DOTD website, and 511LA before traveling.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is closing the I-10 westbound flyover in Baton Rouge from 10:00 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2026, to 5:00 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 2026, with traffic detoured throughI-110 North, US 190 West, and LA 1 in Port Allen.
Quick Summary
The I-10 westbound flyover in Baton Rouge is scheduled to close overnight from Friday night, July 10, 2026, into Saturday morning, July 11, 2026.
According to the video report by WBRZ, the flyover will close at 10:00 p.m. Friday and remain closed until 5:00 a.m. Saturday. During the closure, westbound traffic on I-10 will be blocked between the flyover and the Mississippi River Bridge.
Drivers crossing the Mississippi River are instructed to use the old bridge. The detour route is I-110 North, then US 190 West, before reconnecting with LA 1 in Port Allen.
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Why DOTD Is Closing the I-10 Westbound Flyover
The closure is part of the ongoing I-10 Widening Project in Baton Rouge, a major transportation project designed to improve one of the region’s busiest traffic corridors.
According to the DOTD and official project information, the primary goal of the I-10 Widening Project is to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow along I-10 through Baton Rouge.
To help achieve that goal, the interstate is being reconstructed and widened to provide an additional fourth through-lane in each direction from LA 415 to the I-10/I-12 split.
The official I-10 Baton Rouge project page describes the project limits as extending from LA 415 in West Baton Rouge Parish eastward across the Mississippi River and through Baton Rouge to east of the I-10/I-12 split near Essen Lane. The Mississippi River Bridge itself is excluded from the work.
What Drivers Should Expect
Drivers should expect overnight delays near:
The I-10 and I-110 interchange.
The westbound approach to the Mississippi River Bridge.
I-110 North.
US 190 West.
The old bridge route.
LA 1 near Port Allen.
Drivers using the detour should allow extra travel time, slow down near work zones, avoid sudden lane changes, and watch for heavier overnight traffic near I-110, US 190, LA 1, and the old bridge route.
Because construction schedules can change, drivers should confirm the latest information before leaving.
Bigger Picture for Baton Rouge Traffic
The I-10 Widening Project is a major, multi-year transportation effort affecting one of the most important routes in the Baton Rouge region.
DOTD describes the broader project as urban freeway capacity improvements involving widening, interchange modifications, overpass replacement, traffic signals, lighting, guide signs, and related work.
Although overnight closures can be inconvenient, the long-term goal is to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and support safer travel through the I-10 corridor.
Where to Check for Updates
Before traveling, drivers should check official traffic sources:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the I-10 westbound flyover in Baton Rouge closed this weekend?
Yes. The I-10 westbound flyover is scheduled to close overnight from10:00 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2026, until 5:00 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 2026.
What part of I-10 is affected?
The closure affects westbound traffic between the I-10 westbound flyover and the Mississippi River Bridge in Baton Rouge.
Is the Mississippi River Bridge closed during the I-10 westbound flyover closure?
The closure affects westbound traffic between the I-10 westbound flyover and the Mississippi River Bridge. According to the video report, drivers crossing the river are being directed to use the old bridge. Drivers should check DOTD, the I-10 Baton Rouge traffic page, and 511LA before traveling because closure details can change.
What bridge should drivers use to cross the Mississippi River during the closure?
According to the video report, drivers crossing the Mississippi River should use the old bridge, also identified by DOTD as the Old Mississippi River Bridge, Huey P. Long Bridge.
What is the detour for the I-10 westbound flyover closure?
Traffic will be diverted onto I-110 North, then US 190 West, before reconnecting with LA 1 in Port Allen.
Why is DOTD closing the flyover?
DOTD is closing the flyover as part of the ongoing I-10 Widening Project. The work supports the larger goal of reducing congestion and improving traffic flow through Baton Rouge.
Where can drivers find the latest closure updates?
Drivers should visit the official I-10 Baton Rouge traffic page, the DOTD website, or 511LA for the latest road conditions, closures, and detour updates.
